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Trendz Hair & Beauty

In July 2017, Trendz Beauty & Training officially became a part of Port Macquarie Community College, Nationally Recognised Training Organisation 90315. Port Macquarie operations are now co-located with SkillsLink Training in Hastings River drive and the Coffs Harbour campus is now located at 1/175 Orlando Street. Our courses offer personalised quality training in an adult learning environment. Our Educators are highly respected industry professionals who offer a wealth of knowledge and experience At Trendz you are trained to the highest standards, ensuring you are skilled and job ready to work in your chosen industry.

Upcoming Courses

Hairdressing Pathway

Get aboard the Mid North Coast’s newest, funkiest, most boutique Hairdressing training course on offer. Join us in our new, real working salon training environment where you will work on real clientele. The select few will be trained by leading industry specialist educators. Our students will be able to access hands-on workshops, showcasing the latest techniques through specialised seminars with exclusive support from leaders from the world-wide Hairdressing Industry.
This training will turn you into a creative, technically skilled professional, ready for exciting new opportunities for work or for the world of salon ownership or management.

Beauty Pathway Program

This is a unique, two-part pathway program especially designed to prepare students to transition seamlessly to the completion of SHB30115 Certificate III in Beauty Services in the future.
In Part 1, as you embark on your hands-on learning journey, you will have support to enhance or improve your study skills, preparing you for the challenges of vocational learning by completing a FSK10113 Certificate I in Access to Vocational Pathways.
In Part 2, whilst continuing with the hands-on beauty industry skills development, students will complete FSK20113 Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways which will assist you to develop a firm footing for future career opportunities by building vital skills in the Beauty Industry, putting you ahead of the game.

Beauty Diploma Pathway

This is a unique, three-part program especially designed to prepare students to transition seamlessly to the completion of SHB50115 Diploma in Beauty Therapy.

In Part One, as you embark on your hands-on learning journey, you will have support to enhance or improve your study skills and develop a firm footing for future career opportunities by building vital skills in small business development and management, putting you ahead of the game. In Part One, students will complete FSK20113 Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways.

Part Two will see you move to SHB30115 Certificate III in Beauty Services, taking your studies to the next level in preparation for the Diploma.

In Part Three you will complete your Pathway and tackle the remaining units from SHB50115 Diploma in Beauty Therapy, confident and prepared for the challenge of study at the Diploma level with credit transfers for units already completed in parts one and two.

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government. The price below applies to students who are eligible for Community Service Obligation (CSO) funding.

If you answer yes to the following questions, you may be eligible:

15 years old or over?

no longer at school?

living or working in NSW?

an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, Australian permanent humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen?

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander or;

Government Benefit Recipient

If you answered 'Yes' to the questions above, please contact the College to confirm your eligiblity.

Trendz - Provide Body Massage

This is a unique, two-part pathway program especially designed to prepare students to transition to the completion of SHB50115 Diploma in Beauty Therapy in the future. Covering all of the massage units of competency from the diploma, making available credit transfer for future study in this field.

In Part 1, as you embark on your hands-on learning journey, you will have support to enhance
or improve your study skills, preparing you for the challenges of vocational learning
by completing a FSK10113 Certificate I in Access to Vocational Pathways.

In Part 2, whilst continuing with the hands-on beauty industry skills development, students
will complete FSK20113 Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways which will
assist you to develop a firm footing for future career opportunities by building vital skills
in the Beauty Industry, putting you ahead of the game.

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government - The listed price applies to students who are eligible for Community Service Obligation (CSO) funding.

If you answer yes to the following questions, you may be eligible:

15 years old or over?

no longer at school?

living or working in NSW?

an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, Australian permanent humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen?

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander or;

Government Benefit Recipient

If you answered 'Yes' to the questions above, please contact the College to confirm your eligiblity.

National Qualifications

Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics
(SHB20116)

This qualification reflects the role of retail sales personnel involved in a defined range of tasks to sell and demonstrate beauty or cosmetic products. They follow known routines and procedures and work under direct supervision.

This qualification provides a pathway to work as a retail sales consultant in any business that sells beauty or cosmetic products and services. This can include beauty and hairdressing salons, retail outlets and department stores.

Whilst we are not currently delivering Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics as a full qualification, a pathway program may be available for this industry through FSK10113 Certificate I in Access to Vocational Pathways, please contact the college for more information or download a sample flyer here

The abovementioned pathway program is subsidised by the NSW Government - If you answer 'Yes' to the following four questions you may be eligible for a concession and can check your fee HERE:

Are you:

15 years old or over?

no longer at school?

living or working in NSW?

an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, Australian permanent humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen?

If you did not answer 'Yes' to all four questions, please contact SkillsLink Training directly, to determine your correct course fee.

Certificate III in Business
(BSB30115)

This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a variety of junior administrative positions who perform a range of mainly routine tasks using limited practical skills and fundamental operational knowledge in a defined context. Individuals in these roles generally work under direct supervision.
Whether you just want to brush up on your office administration skills, or you need to start from scratch, this course will teach you the basics of working in a business environment.
This course has been designed to teach you about different procedures in business including becoming proficient in office technology, how to deal with customers and develop your written communication skills.Download more information here

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government - If you answer 'Yes' to the following four questions you are eligible for a concession and can check your fee HERE:

Are you:

15 years old or over?

no longer at school?

living or working in NSW?

an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, Australian permanent humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen?

If you did not answer 'Yes' to all four questions, please contact SkillsLink Training directly, to determine your correct course fee.

Certificate III in Hairdressing
(SHB30416)

Get aboard the Mid North Coast’s newest, funkiest, most boutique Hairdressing training course on offer. Join us in our new, real working salon training environment where you will work on real clientele. The select few will be trained by leading industry specialist educators. Our students will be able to access hands-on workshops, showcasing the latest techniques through specialised seminars with exclusive support from leaders from the world-wide Hairdressing Industry. This training will turn you into a creative, technically-skilled professional, ready for exciting new opportunities for work or for the world of salon ownership or management. Begin your long and rewarding career in this wonderful industry now. This 2 part Pathway program will be run over 12 months. Students are required to attend 3 days a week.

Certificate III in Nail Technology
(SHB30315)

SHB30315 Certificate III in Nail Technology covers everything you need to know to become a professional nail technician. A great career for anyone who loves talking to people while creating a masterpiece! You will learn all of the very latest techniques including manicure, pedicare gel, acrylics and nail art.
The addition of small business units makes this the ideal course for someone wanting to start their own business from home.Download Information Flyer

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government - If you answer 'Yes' to the following four questions you are eligible for a concession and can check your fee HERE:

Are you:

15 years old or over?

no longer at school?

living or working in NSW?

an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, Australian permanent humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen?

If you did not answer 'Yes' to all four questions, please contact SkillsLink Training directly, to determine your correct course fee.

Certificate III in Screen and Media
(CUA31015)

This exciting qualification will deliver the practical & technical skills necessary to work as a Photographic or Film & Television Make-Up Artist providing services for Media Special Effects, Body Art & Face Painting Events, Feature Film & Television Productions, Theatre, Fashion & Wedding Photography, Runway and Music Clips.Download Information Flyer

In order to address industry needs for graduates to possess stronger small business skills, students may be required to study BSB42615 Certificate IV in New Small Business in parallel to their Diploma, preparing students for the world of small business ownership with units covering business plans, marketing and customer service and communication in the interactive media industries.Download Information Flyer

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government - If you answer 'Yes' to the following four questions you are eligible for a concession and can check your fee HERE:

Are you:

15 years old or over?

no longer at school?

living or working in NSW?

an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, Australian permanent humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen?

If you did not answer 'Yes' to all four questions, please contact SkillsLink Training directly, to determine your correct course fee.

Diploma of Beauty Therapy
(SHB50115)

A Diploma of Beauty Therapy will take you on an amazing journey in one of the fastest growing and exciting careers. If you love fashion, colour, trends, products, art or maybe just love making people feel good, this is the career for you.
Through a variety of modern and flexible pathways you will receive all the practical skill necessary to be a success in a wonderful, ever-evolving industry. As part of a small class you will enjoy the very best learning experience.
Our courses are designed to prepare you for a range of employment opportunities within the Beauty Industry, such as working on a cruise liner, owning your own business or managing a salon.Download Information Flyer

In order to address industry needs for graduates to possess stronger small business skills, students may be required to study BSB42615 Certificate IV in New Small Business in parallel to their Diploma, preparing students for the world of small business ownership with units covering business plans, marketing and customer service and communication in the interactive media industries. Contact us to find out if this effects you.Download Information Flyer

Diploma of Screen and Media
(CUA51015)

This exciting qualification will deliver the practical & technical skills necessary to work as a Photographic or Film & Television Make-Up Artist providing services for Media Special Effects, Body Art & Face Painting Events, Feature Film & Television Productions, Theatre, Fashion & Wedding Photography, Runway and Music Clips.Download Information Flyer

In order to address industry needs for graduates to possess stronger small business skills, students may be required to study BSB42615 Certificate IV in New Small Business in parallel to their Diploma, preparing students for the world of small business ownership with units covering business plans, marketing and customer service and communication in the interactive media industries.Download Information Flyer

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government - If you answer 'Yes' to the following four questions you are eligible for a concession and can check your fee HERE:

Are you:

15 years old or over?

no longer at school?

living or working in NSW?

an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, Australian permanent humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen?

If you did not answer 'Yes' to all four questions, please contact SkillsLink Training directly, to determine your correct course fee.